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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 28
One of the top draft prospects reveals how the Commanders were on his mind every time he put his jersey on
Inspiration comes in all kinds of different forms for football players. They typically have their own unique story that anchors their love and approach for the game and it's usually something from their childhood or younger years.
Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / February 22
John Riggins says the 'sky is the limit' for the Commanders 
Pro Football Hall of Fame running John Riggins is one of the most iconic players in Washington’s over 90-year history. “Riggo,” or “Diesel,” whatever your preferred nickname for Riggins, enjoyed a nine-year run in Washington, winning a Super Bowl and Super Bowl MVP award.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Talk / January 22
Saquon Barkley could break John Riggins' record for rushing yards in a single postseason
The 1982 NFL regular season was shortened by a strike, but the postseason was lengthened with an alternate format. That allowed Washington, the eventual Super Bowl winner, to play four postseason games.
The 'First running backs taken in every NFL draft since 2000' quiz
How many of the first running backs selected in the NFL Draft since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / The 33rd Team / January 19
Saquon Barkley Is Destroying 'RBs Don't Matter' Mindset, Driving Eagles Playoff Run
Running backs matter again, and Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley is leading that charge. The Eagles are heading to the NFC Championship Game after pulling away late over the Los Angeles Rams in snowy conditions on Sunday.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
Every NFL player to score 100 or more touchdowns
The NFL has changed over the years, with more points due to the development of the passing game. To date, 27 players have tallied 100 career touchdowns, but several are closing in on the feat.
Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / October 19
Legendary John Riggins has solution for Commanders' secondary issues
The Washington Commanders are 4-2 and in first place in the NFC East heading into Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. Washington’s offense is one of the best in the NFL, looking unstoppable at times.
Washington Commanders Own Two of the Top 10 Comebacks in NFL History
It's Super Bowl XVII at the Rose Bowl in southern California and Washington is trailing by four points with just over 10 minutes left in the game. Needing less than a yard, but on fourth down, Washington turns and hands the ball to running back John Riggins who gains the yard needed, and 42 more.
Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / June 29
Washington's top 11 all-time leading rushers: John Riggins tops the list
When you think of the Washington NFL franchise, one of the first images you have is of Hall of Fame running back John Riggins’ 43-yard touchdown run against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl XVII.
NFL News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 26
64 Days: The Best Tournament, Second Round, Games 13 and 14
This summer, we have started a new knockout tournament featuring the greats of Kansas football. We’re in full swing into the second round, so click here to see the first two matchups of the second round and follow the links to the next two. As you probably know by now, you have a voice in all of this competition as well.
NFL News / The 33rd Team / June 5
Ranking the Top 10 NFL Rookie RB Seasons of All Time
The NFL is obsessed with quarterbacks now, but the league's history is filled with standout running backs. Past eras brought monstrous performances from stars who carried their team on their back.
The 'Most touchdowns in an NFL season' quiz
As of the end of the 2020 season, an NFL player has scored 20 or more touchdowns in a single season on 30 occasions. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?
The '125+ rushing yards in the NFL Divisional Round' quiz
In the post-merger era of the NFL (1970 to present), players have rushed for 125 or more yards in the divisional round of the postseason 43 times. How many of the 43 can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / November 19, 2018
NFL Week 11 superlatives
Where we look at the best (and worst) of NFL Week 10, all in one place.
The 'Hall of Fame running backs' quiz
49 NFL running backs have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame since its establishment in 1963. How many can you name?Clue given is the years active in the player's career.An asterisk (*) denotes non-consecutive years of playing.
The 'Most rushing yards in a Super Bowl' quiz
Can you name the 10 NFL players who have rushed for the most yards in a Super Bowl?
The 'NFL single-season rushing touchdowns leaders' quiz
Since 1980, 36 different NFL running backs have led the league in rushing touchdowns each season. Can you name each season's rushing TD leader? Teams are given as clues, though note that 'RAM' refers to the Los Angeles Rams, and 'RAI' refers to the Los Angeles Raiders.
The 'Postseason rushing yards leaders' quiz
Who are the all-time leaders in playoff rushing yards in the NFL? Stats include the 2015-16 NFL playoffs.
The 'Rushing touchdowns leaders' quiz
Can you name the NFL running backs who have rushed for at least 75 touchdowns in their career? Totals include the 2015 NFL regular season.
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